Two lessons focusing on the relationship between Beatrice and Benedick, particularly at the beginning of the play. With opportunities for discussion, close language analysis, evaluation of the text and social/historical context.

Two lessons examining the relationship of Hero and Claudio through the conventions of courtly love at the beginning of the play and the treatment of women in the wedding scene. Resources provide opportunities for close language analysis, discussion, social and historical context and evaluation of the text.

Two lessons examining the opening stage directions of An Inspector Calls in detail, considering: Priestley’s use of dramatic devices Close language analysis of how the Birling family are presented at the beginning of the play. Consideration of social and historical context Students guided to write an exam-style response with success criteria and model response

A worksheet exploring how Lady Macbeth is presented in Act 1 Scene 5 of Macbeth. Ideal to use with KS3 or LA KS4 students.

A worksheet exploring the reactions of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth after the killing of King Duncan. Ideal for use with KS3 or LA KS4.

A descriptive writing lesson inspired by The Tempest, with an image prompt and exemplar to help students write a description of Prospero.

A lesson exploring the theme of honour in Much Ado About Nothing, in particular focusing on the scene where Benedick challenges Claudio.

A lesson examining the comedic plot in Much Ado About Nothing, in particular focusing on Act 2, Scene 3 and how the play follows the comedic plot structure.

A creative writing lesson, using The Road by Cormac McCarthy as inspiration to write an engaging and atmospheric opening to a story.

Three lessons using the opening of Red Room by HG Wells as an inspiration for writing a descriptive setting. Photocopiable resources included.

Two lessons serving as an introduction to Greek tragedy, looking at the etymology and origins, Aristotle’s tragic plot structure and close analysis of an extract from Oedipus Rex.